Wordle Answer for May 1, 2022

The Wordle for May 1, 2022 solved to FORGO. Below are the starting-word hints for every turn count, plus the meaning and origin of the word itself.

The answer

FORGO

What forgo means

To voluntarily decide not to have or do something, especially something desirable or enjoyable.

Where the word comes from

From Old English *forgan*, meaning "to go before" or "to pass by," combining the prefix *for-* (meaning "before" or "away") with *gan* (meaning "to go"). The sense shifted over time from "to precede" to "to abstain from" or "to do without," influenced by the idea of going past or bypassing something.

Hints for May 1, 2022

Each row is the starting word our algorithm picks for that turn count, with the tiles Wordle would have shown in response.

Solve in 2 turnsforge
Solve in 3 turnsforge
Solve in 4 turnsfrogs
Solve in 5 turnsgroof
Solve in 6 turnsgroof

Synonyms of forgo

  • render
  • relinquish
  • waive
  • forfeit
  • give up
  • dispense with
  • foreswear
  • throw overboard

Used in a sentence

She decided to _____ dessert after the heavy meal to save room for coffee.

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